Black Neon Tetra
Live Fish
Shipping & Returns
All live fish are shipped using NZPost overnight services with authority to leave (no signature).
We cannot guarantee the overnight services, this is a service that we/you pay for; but is not guaranteed.
We DO NOT offer returns on any alive animal.
Above are key points of our policy, Click Here to read our full shipping policy.
Dead On Arrival (DOA) Cover*
- DOA must be reported within 2 hours of delivery.
- Bags must remain sealed (do not remove rubber band or tape)
- Photos & Videos must be supplied this can be emailed or sent through live chat; including your order No. (minimum 3 clear images, showing dead fish & sealed bag)
- DOA does not apply once the bags are opened & fish have been released.
- DOA does not apply to any Rural (RD) address.
Introducing New Fish
Follow these steps to minimize stress and ensure a smooth transition for your new fish!
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Float the Bag: Place the sealed bag containing the new fish in the tank. This equalizes the temperature between bag and tank water.
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Open and Add Tank Water Gradually: After about 5 minutes, open the bag and add a small amount of aquarium water into it every 5 minutes for 15–30 minutes. This helps the fish acclimate to the tank’s water chemistry.
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Wait 15–30 Minutes: Let the fish adjust to the water temperature and chemistry gradually in the bag.
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Release Fish: Gently release the fish into the tank without pouring the original bag water in.
Black Neon Tetra
Keeping them in a tank with plants will let them hide under the leaves and make them feel less stressed.
Max Size: 4 cm
Compatibility: These tetras are a peaceful fish and will be compatible with most other tetras, they should be kept in a school of about 6 or more. Larger, aggressive fish such as Angel fish are not recommended tank mates.
Feeding: Black Neon Tetras are an omnivore and will feed on live foods such as brine shrimp and live black worm. They also readily take a variety of fish foods such as flake and TetraMin Tropical Crisps.
Required Water Conditions:
| PH | GH PPM | TEMP |
| 6.5 - 7.0 | 50 - 100 | 22 - 26 |
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